I Took This Photograph Back to Chios
Inside George Tatakis’s Caryatis Delta | Chios exhibition: 36 black-and-white works, fine-art printing, Pyrgi and the film behind the opening.
Read story →Olympos, Karpathos: Traditions Steeped in History
A secluded place on a secluded Greek island. One of the reasons that this place still keeps most of its traditions alive. That, and the richness of these traditions. A matrilocal community where the firstborn girl will be the sole heir to the family fortune. Olympians are descendants of the Byzantine Empire, where Byzantine traditions still survive in their most vivid form.
Read story →Carnival on the island of Naxos: Koudounatoi, Kordelatoi and other adventures
The Naxos Carnival, dubbed the "Dionysian Carnival," orchestrates an authentic celebration across the island during the days of Apokries (Greek Carnival period). Learn about the old customs of Koudounatoi and Kordelatoi and get inside the distillery of "Kitron Naxou"
Read story →Chorōs: Exploring the Harmonious Fusion of Music and Still Life Photography on Santorini
Welcome to the enchanting world of "Chorōs: Still Life Choreography," a captivating project that seamlessly blends the elegance of black and white photography with the rhythmic cadence of music. As a pianist and photographer, I find myself at the intersection of two powerful art forms, and in this article, we'll embark on a visual and auditory journey together.
Read story →Exploring the Enchanting 'Caryatids' on the Island of Kastellorizo, Greece
As part of my ongoing 'Caryatis' project, focused on capturing the beauty of traditional female costumes in Greece, I recently embarked on a remarkable journey to the captivating island of Kastellorizo.
Read story →Nisyros Island, Greece: A Hidden Gem in the Aegean
As I stepped off the ferry onto the small island of Nisyros, I felt as if I had been transported to another world. The island's rugged terrain, crystal-clear waters, and friendly locals all combined to create an atmosphere of magic and wonder.
Read story →Capturing the Magic of Symi's Traditional Female Dress
As a photographer working on my 'Caryatis' project, I recently had the opportunity to visit the stunning island of Symi. That was during a trip to six islands in the Dodecanese, in collaboration with Blue Star Ferries. The island, located in the Dodecanese group in the Aegean Sea, is known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty.
Read story →Astypalaea: Where History, Culture, and Traditional Costumes Meet
Astypalaea is a beautiful island located in the southern Aegean Sea, part of the Dodecanese island group in Greece. The island has a rich cultural and historical heritage, dating back to ancient times.
Read story →Around the island of Tilos wearing traditional costumes
Tilos is a small island in the Dodecanese island complex of Greece in the Aegean Sea, between the islands of Kos and Rhodes. However, its small size does not make for a lack of culture and history as with most places in Greece. That was during a trip to six islands in the Dodecanese, in collaboration with Blue Star Ferries. I was looking for traditional female costumes, as part of my "Caryatis" photographic project.
Read story →Costumes of the Greek Island of Rhodes, Dodecanese
Rhodes is a beautiful island in the Dodecanese island complex in Greece, in the Southeastern part of the Aegean Sea. It is the largest of the Dodecanese islands and is also the island group's historical capital.
Read story →An afternoon with Yannis Philippakis (of The Foals), in Olympos, Karpathos
Read story →Reviving Faith and Culture: Easter on the Sacred Island of Patmos
Patmos Island, nestled in the Dodecanese archipelago of Greece, is a destination unlike any other. Unlike some of its neighbouring islands in the Aegean, Patmos relies less on tourism and has deliberately refrained from building an airport to preserve its pristine beauty. However, it is a hotspot for religious tourism, thanks to its historic significance as the place where Saint John wrote the Cave of the Apocalypse.
Read story →Kapetaneika on the Greek Island of Paros
Paros reminds me of my first trip since it was the destination we had chosen in high school to go to for a three-day school trip. It is a Cycladic island with the architecture of white houses with blue small windows, which would make any stone sunken in the sea look prettier. It has two large settlements, Paros and Naoussa. In the latter, friendly sailing races with wooden boats have taken place in recent years, called "Kapetaneika". It is an opportunity for sports enthusiasts to meet, but also a kind of "protest" for the destruction of wooden boats in recent years by European directives.
Read story →Capturing the Charm of Summer on the Greek Island of Kos
Some summers after my teenage years I spent in Kos. One of my childhood friends originated from the island and we went to his vacation home. So I have plenty of pleasant memories from this island and now that I photograph all over Greece, I cannot neglect it. I know of course that the tourist industry has had the upper hand since then, but like every place in Greece, Kos has a great tradition behind it, which I was determined to discover.
Read story →Exploring the Enchanting Traditional Costumes of Chios Island
In conclusion, the traditional costumes of Chios Island not only reflect the island's rich cultural tapestry but also serve as a visual journey through its history and heritage. Each village, with its unique costumes and backdrops, contributes to the overall narrative, making Chios a living museum of traditions.
Read story →Chios: A visual journey through Easter traditions and rocket warfare in Vrontados
One of the significant islands of the Aegean, Chios is the island most famous for Mastic, a unique product that grows only in its southern part, the fragrant plain with its citrus trees and its imposing villas, the Captains and the shipowners and the impressive rocket war at Vrontados between the two churches of the village during the Resurrection of Christ on Holy Saturday.
Read story →Exploring the Orthodox Easter Traditions of Kastellorizon
Nestled in the easternmost reaches of Greece, Kastellorizon stands as a captivating haven, brimming with rich traditions and a unique cultural tapestry. In the heart of the Aegean, this small island, with its Italian-influenced architecture and warm-hearted inhabitants, offers an unparalleled experience, especially during the Greek Orthodox Easter.
Read story →Elias the Prophet's Name Day Celebration: An Experience at Sifnos Monastery
Nestled in the heart of the Aegean Sea, Sifnos, a quaint island in the Cyclades, becomes a haven for a unique celebration honouring Elias the Prophet. This celebration, held at the highest peak of Sifnos in a time-honoured monastery, is a spectacle of evening Mass, delectable dinners, spirited drinking, and joyous music and dancing that resonates till the break of dawn.
Read story →Santorini's Winemaking Tradition: A Glimpse into the Legacy of Saint Averky
Saint Averky is the protector of wines, at least on Santorini island. Santorini has two churches after Saint Averky, a name not too common in Greece, one in Pyrgos and the other in Emporio villages. On his name day, the winemakers of Santorini open the new wine barrels as a custom.
Read story →Kalymnos, Greece: An August to Remember.
Welcome to the enchanting island of Kalymnos, nestled in the heart of the Dodecanese, Greece. Join me on an immersive journey spanning eight days, where we'll delve into the vibrant celebration of Panagia Kyra Psili on August 15, unravel the island's traditions, and meet its warm-hearted locals. This article chronicles my experiences, from chance encounters with sponge divers to the exploration of folklore and the island's rich cultural tapestry.
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